Lifehouse Spa And Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (1679 reviews)
Frinton Road , Frinton-on-Sea , GB

Free

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and modern rooms
Beautiful location
Cons:
Disappointing breakfast
Issues with spa facilities
Inflexibility with food options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.16
Most reviews mention that rooms are very clean, but there were complaints about some facilities not working.
Service
8.63
Many favorable mentions of staff being friendly and helpful.
Location
9.17
Consistent positive remarks about the beautiful and relaxing location.
Room Quality
8.12
Rooms were described as modern and comfortable, though some guests had issues with room expectations.
Amenities
7.95
Amenities such as the spa were criticized for being in need of upkeep.
Value for Money
7.61
Several reviews conveyed disappointment regarding price versus service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
7.66
Food received mixed reviews, with breakfast receiving significant criticism.
Overall Experience
8.33
Overall a positive experience albeit with some noteworthy complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-27 09:29

Property Description

Luxurious Adults-Only Retreat

Serenity Amidst Nature: Nestled within 130 acres of stunning gardens, this luxury hotel offers a tranquil escape for adults seeking relaxation and rejuvenation.

Indulgent Spa Experience: With 35 treatment rooms, a large swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and more, guests can pamper themselves with a range of spa treatments and facilities during their stay.

Gourmet Dining and Elegance: Indulge in Mediterranean-inspired cuisine at the restaurant, relax in elegantly designed rooms with modern amenities, and enjoy speciality coffees at the Lifehouse Bar.

Experience luxury and serenity at its finest - book your stay at this exclusive adults-only retreat now.

Important information:

Please note that the hotel cannot accept children under the age of 16.

If driving to Lifehouse using a SatNav, please use the post code CO16 0JF.

Fitness classes are available at a additional charge.

Please note that Lifehouse is unable to accept bookings of 7 or more people.

Use of the spa is available from your 3pm check in time until 11am check out time.
If you would like to arrive earlier or stay later to use the spa, an additional charge applies. Please contact us for details.

Guests booking with credit card need to make sure that the billing address is correct and updated in order that the payment can be processed without inconveniences.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: STN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1679 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.16
Service: 8.63
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 8.12
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 7.61
Food and Beverage: 7.66
Overall Experience: 8.33
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Rhys • couple • gb
4
Disappointed.
Pros:

Breakfast was nice.

Cons:

We booked a deluxe room but were disappointed to find that, apart from being quite spacious, there was very little to distinguish it from a standard room. Perhaps our expectations were too high, as we had understood the hotel to be more on the luxury side.
The bed was large, but it consisted of two separate mattresses, and my wife found the gap between them uncomfortable and difficult to avoid while sleeping.
The room was also quite warm, particularly as there was no air conditioning. Overall, we felt that the room didn’t quite live up to our expectations of a deluxe room at a hotel of this standard.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Dionne • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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trishyjean • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Stunning surroundings
Cleanliness

Cons:

Unfortunately gas outage so no hot breakfast first morning ,not their fault but none the less disappointed, made it an expensive breakfast.
Trouble with tvs so couldn't get some channels.
Safe drawer was sticking so spent 10 minutes trying to get our things out.
All silly things but you did ask.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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elaine • extended_group • gb
5
The spa only just had enough loungers and was quite tired.
Pros:

The grounds of the hotel were beautiful and lovely for a stroll. The restaurant and bar was very nice with a lovely breakfast included. Dinner was good but very dark in the restaraunt. It was hard to read the menu at times.

Cons:

Our room! 2nd Floor in Willow Block. Quite a basic room for the price we paid. The weather during our stay was only low twenties but the room was like an oven! No air con and no sleep due to the heat!. Even the spare pillows must have been against a wall that radiated heat as one side of the pillow was hot when we took it off of the shelf. I dread to think how bad the room would have been over the summer.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Luke • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Joy • couple • gb
3
Wont be returning
Pros:

The spa is good well maintained

Cons:

The room very disappointed even paid for an upgraded room and just was awful tiny hard bed partner ended up sleeping on the floor it was ridiculous hot and the tiny fan supplied didnt cut it

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • extended_group • gb
9
Special overnight stay with friends - wish we could have stayed longer!
Pros:

Dinner was exceptional, breakfast very tasty/easy. Rooms spotless, and the team 'went the extra mile' to acknowledge my Birthday. All spa areas were in working order - outdoor gardens beautiful.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Carly • couple • gb
5
Good stay with partner and family but not as good as previous stays
Pros:

The staff are very nice, friendly and helpful. In particular the man working around the pool works endlessly keeping it spotless.
The room and bathroom and facilities spotless
Food was brilliant 👏

Cons:

Facilities are a little tired, tiles missing in the pool etc. i think in general the hotel looks a bit tired compared to the previous 2 years I've been.
I think if water was provided in the rooms that would be a great touch, and a coffee machine too would be an added bonus.
The toilet flush in our room took 2 hands to try and flush it.
The service was good in the restaurant apart from the amount of time it takes for drinks and in particulardesert.. i'm not sure what the delays is but has happened 2 years in a row.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
7
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Holly • solo_traveller • gb
10
As Arnold said, I’ll be back!
Pros:

I love the location by the coast, the spa facilities were impressive with lots of sun loungers and the staff extra friendly in all areas! The room was beautiful with everything you could need. The breakfast was also amazing.

Cons:

I do wish the food menu was a little bit more varied and less pricey for lunch and dinner

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Jemma • couple • gb
7
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Kay • couple • gb
8
Lovely place to relax, food is expensive so would always make sure it was part of the deal
Pros:

Friendly staff, god food, nice room

Cons:

Although the room was nice and clean, the curtains had coffee stains all over them . Need a bit more attention to detail.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • extended_group • gb
8
Comfortable and relaxing with some very helpful staff
Pros:

Helpful staff, good lift. Comfortable bedroom

Cons:

Poor choice of breakfast cereals. Bought my own after first morning.
The dinner menu.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • solo_traveller • gb
10
Relaxing stay
Pros:

Lovely hotel. The grounds are beautiful. Very relaxing.

Cons:

Restaurant was a little expensive.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
8
Very nice place and would return
Pros:

Breakfast was good and enough for us.

Cons:

Food was pricey so did not have any dinner, did not use spa as did not have time, The Draught beer choices were not good so we went to a local pub.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Tony • couple • gb
9
Really enjoyable
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
5
was ok
Pros:

was clean nice big bed

Cons:

the food menu didnt have a very good variety the tv didn’t work we didnt get any robes in our room
the room was so hot we had the fan on the whole night

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee